Table 2. Comparison of baseline characteristics and surgical conditions between the two groups of patients.
| Characteristic | ERAS group | Control group | Test value | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gender, M/F | 25/5 | 23/7 | χ2 = 0.417 | 0.518 |
| Age in years, | 58.22±4.31 | 59.26±5.35 | t = 0.829 | 0.410 |
| ASA grade, n, I/II | 10/20 | 12/18 | χ2 = 0.287 | 0.592 |
| Tumor stage, n, I/II/III | 7/12/11 | 5/9/16 | χ2 = 1.688 | 0.430 |
| Type of gastrectomy, n | χ2 = 0.315 | 0.854 | ||
| Proximal | 3 | 4 | ||
| Distal | 17 | 15 | ||
| Total | 10 | 11 | ||
| Open/laparoscopic resection | 11/19 | 13/17 | χ2 = 0.278 | 0.598 |
| Operation time, min | 187.47±23.26 | 192.01±31.14 | t = 0.640 | 0.525 |
| Intraoperative blood loss, mL | 133.33±93.21 | 156.45±80.02 | t = 1.031 | 0.307 |
Data are reported as means±SD or number. ERAS: enhanced recovery after surgery; ASA: American Society of Anesthesiologists.